In a troubling development for the upcoming presidential election, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, has opened an investigation into hundreds of suspicious voter registration applications.

This scrutiny comes after alarming reports emerged that many applications were flagged during the elections office’s typical vetting process.

District Attorney Gavin Holihan confirmed the investigation and highlighted that these requests could jeopardize the integrity of the electoral process.

While he did not reveal the specific organizations responsible for the filings, he noted that a significant number of these requests were channeled through get-out-the-vote groups, raising suspicions of organized efforts to manipulate voter rolls.

Holihan noted that about 1,800 voter registration applications were submitted near the Oct. 21 deadline, and about 40% were considered “junk” — clearly invalid forms that required immediate rejection.

This early detection reflects not only the diligence of local election officials but also a system that some say is in dire need of reform.

Officials have suggested they require more authority to reject defective applications, particularly those with obvious errors or missing essential information such as names and addresses.

State Senator Jarrett Coleman has praised the efforts of local officials to protect the sanctity of elections, underscoring the need for legislative measures to penalize those who submit fraudulent registrations.

Holihan’s research underscores growing concern among voters about the integrity and security of elections, an issue that resonates deeply in conservative circles.

The potential for bad actors to exploit the system poses a significant risk, and local leaders are working diligently to ensure only the voices of legitimate voters are heard.

This incident serves as a solemn reminder that maintaining election integrity is crucial not only in Lehigh County but across the country as we approach the critical 2024 election.

Sources:
democracydocket.com
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lehighvalleynews.com